Child Molestation Facts

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What does Lewd or Lascivious Acts on a Child mean? In California, lewd acts and child molestation do not always mean that an adult touched the private parts of a child. Child molesters can be criminally charged for any act or conduct towards a minor that is performed with the intent to produce sexual arousal. Read more to learn about when actions like hugging, tickling, and wrestling may actually be child molestation.

See an example of a lewd act on a child when a child molester is caught touching a child in a store in Los Angeles. Police released the video to the public, asking for help in identifying the man. Child molestation does not have to be a private, sexually intimate situation between an adult and a child. California Child Molestation Laws are designed to protect the children. See for yourself what qualifies as child molestation in California.

How do I know if I was molested as a child? According to the California child molestation law, annoying or molesting a child does not require physical touch or sexual contact. Child molesters can be criminally liable for any actions towards a minor that are sexual motivated. Read more to learn about what child molestation is according to California law.

The term Sexual Grooming is used often in the courtroom and in court complaints in cases involving child sexual abuse. In this article we explore the common behaviors that sexual predators adopt in preparing their victims of sexual abuse. By understanding what Sexual Grooming is, children and teens can better prepare themselves and avoid becoming victims of unsuspecting sexual abuse.

It’s not always easy for teens to understand the complexities of a teacher-student relationship. But teachers sexually involved with students has become something of a national epidemic as of late. Intended as a resource for teens and young adults, this article discusses some of the things students should consider if they find themselves in a relationship with a teacher that extends beyond the classroom.